Watermelon Agua Fresca
Learn how to make the best Watermelon Agua Fresca (Agua Fresca de Sandía) with fresh watermelon, lime, and mint. This easy vegan Mexican-inspired drink is naturally sweet, incredibly refreshing, and perfect for hot summer days.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 119kcal
Equipment
- high speed blender
- Sharp knife
- chopping board
- Fine mesh sieve optional
- Large jug
- Citrus juicer
- Serving glasses
Ingredients
- 1 kg watermelon
- 500 ml cold water
- 2 limes juice only
- 8 mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons agave syrup adjust to taste
- 1 pinch flaky sea salt
- Ice to serve
- sparkling water to top up
Instructions
- Cut the watermelon into cubes and remove any large black seeds.
- Add the watermelon, cold water, lime juice, mint leaves, agave syrup (if using), and sea salt to a blender.
- Blend until completely smooth.
- For a silky smooth agua fresca, pour the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large jug. This is entirely optional. If you enjoy a little more texture, skip this step.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Fill glasses with ice, pour over the chilled agua fresca, and top with a splash of sparkling water if desired.
- Garnish with fresh mint and lime slices.
Nutrition
Calories: 119kcal | Carbohydrates: 30.71g | Protein: 1.84g | Fat: 0.51g | Saturated Fat: 0.05g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.15g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 13.9mg | Potassium: 325.97mg | Fiber: 2.12g | Sugar: 23.21g | Vitamin A: 1524.21IU | Vitamin C: 32.42mg | Calcium: 33.52mg | Iron: 0.91mg